Strawberry Jam Bars

Strawberry jam bars are a classic American dessert that originated in the early 20th century. They are loved for their sweet strawberry flavor and buttery crust.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 110 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 9.

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Strawberry Jam Bars

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Anytime, Dessert, Snack Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 30 min Rest Time 60 min Total Time 1 hr 50 mins

Servings: 12 Calories: 3000

Best Season: Summer

Ingredients

Servings

• 1.5 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 1 cup Unsalted butter
• 1 Egg
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1.5 cup Strawberry jam
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.5 cup Powdered sugar

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x9-inch baking dish.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, salt, and baking powder.
3. Cut in the unsalted butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
5. Press half of the mixture into the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
6. Spread the strawberry jam evenly over the crust.
7. Crumble the remaining dough over the jam layer.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes or until golden brown.
9. Allow to cool completely in the baking dish.
10. Once cooled, dust with powdered sugar.
11. Cut into bars and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 12g19%

Total Carbohydrate 34g12%

Sugars 18g

Protein 3g6%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.